Folio Writer
The Longform Writing Studio
About
This writing studio allows you to work on long-form projects like books and manuscripts on your iPhone and iPad. It supports plain text formats like Markdown and Typst, syncing seamlessly with its Mac counterpart. Features include a special keyboard bar, project organization, and citation management.
What's New in Folio Writer
1.7.0
August 2, 2026
This release keeps Folio on iPhone and iPad in step with Folio Writer 1.7 for Mac. • Full compatibility with the Mac's new features: pinned and hidden Name Index entries, saved-search collections, and workflow labels all travel with your project — and edits made on iOS preserve them. • The Tufte Book template now survives real-world metadata (author affiliations, italics in a title, a subtitle footnote), so projects started on iOS compile cleanly on the Mac. • Sync and reliability improvements from the shared project engine.
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FAQ
What is Folio Writer?
Folio Writer is a plain-text writing studio designed for long-form projects like books and manuscripts. It offers a mobile companion for iPhone and iPad that syncs with projects created on Folio Writer for Mac.
What file formats does Folio Writer support?
Folio Writer primarily uses plain text formats, including Markdown and Typst. All your writing is saved as files you own, ensuring no vendor lock-in.
How does Folio Writer sync projects?
Projects are synced through your chosen cloud service, such as iCloud Drive or Dropbox. The app supports automatic, conflict-safe syncing, merging edits and preserving recoverable copies.
Can I compile documents on Folio Writer for iOS?
No, compiling finished documents to PDF and Word is a desktop-only function and must be done on Folio Writer for Mac. The iOS companion is for writing, organizing, and reviewing.
Does Folio Writer have ads?
No, Folio Writer does not contain advertisements. It is designed with privacy in mind, with no analytics or trackers.
What are the system requirements for Folio Writer?
Folio Writer is available for iPhone and iPad. It requires macOS for full compilation features. The app is rated for ages 4+.
How often is Folio Writer updated?
The latest version, 1.7.0, was released on August 2, 2026. The app is actively maintained, with the release date of the initial version being July 17, 2026.
What makes Folio Writer private?
Folio Writer is private by design, with no analytics, trackers, or accounts required. Your manuscripts only leave your devices through the cloud service you select.